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Converting Quick Release to Wing nuts

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Old 07-12-22 | 08:08 AM
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Originally Posted by JanMM
Not hearing a lot of love for wing nuts - I've never had to to deal with them.
Given how much nostalgia is wrapped up in cycling, when a technology disappears this completely, you know it truly sucked.
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Old 07-12-22 | 09:05 AM
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Originally Posted by JanMM
A vice grip could be clamped onto each end for more leverage.
Wouldn't you just be easier with a regular nut and wrench, if you're carrying a tool anyway?
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Old 07-12-22 | 09:47 AM
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Originally Posted by Herzlos
Wouldn't you just be easier with a regular nut and wrench, if you're carrying a tool anyway?
Or, just keep the quick release skewer and not need a tool!
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